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Learn more about Hall Top Road
Hall Top Road

Hall Top Road

Hall Top climbs 1,500 feet over the five-mile route from the rhododendron-shaded valley to the rocky peak above. Most of the route is maintained, but some steeper sections are rocky and require a driver to…
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Total Miles
4.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Hall Top Spur
Hall Top Spur

Hall Top Spur

The Hall Top Spur allows access to the Hall Top Fire Tower, Big Fill Road, and Rocky Top Road from the eastern border of this section of Cherokee National Forest. The road climbs steeply from…
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Total Miles
2.6
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer
Learn more about Hance Hollow Road - Macon County Tour
Hance Hollow Road - Macon County Tour

Hance Hollow Road - Macon County Tour

Hance Hollow Road is an old county road that is now rarely used. It's a steady steep descent or climb on a narrow road with tight switchbacks. It is located in a heavily wooded area…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Horse Cove Gap
Horse Cove Gap

Horse Cove Gap

Horse Cove Gap is an out-and-back trail that offers breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The trail winds through lush forests, gradually leading to several overlooks that provide panoramic vistas of the surrounding landscape.…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Horse Creek
Horse Creek

Horse Creek

Horse Creek is one of the many hidden gems of East Tennessee. This is an epic trail filled with multiple water crossings, rock ledges, steep grades, and scenic views. You will encounter a few switchbacks…
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Total Miles
4.9
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Hurricane Gap
Hurricane Gap

Hurricane Gap

Hurrican Gap is a well-maintained gravel road that travels from the Houston Valley area to just outside of Hot Springs, NC. While it's not particularly challenging, there are some great side trips along the way.…
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Total Miles
9.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Indian Creek - FSR 302
Indian Creek - FSR 302

Indian Creek - FSR 302

This is a forest service road with some beautiful views of the Ocoee Number One Lake. This trail goes by Bakers Creek. On both sides of the road at Bakers Creek, there are some camping…
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Total Miles
10.8
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Irishman Branch
Irishman Branch

Irishman Branch

Take a quick trip through the mountains on this scenic forest service road. There are multiple water bars (rain/erosion control mounds) that can catch you by surprise, so use caution throughout the trail. There is…
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Total Miles
3.1
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Iron Gap
Iron Gap

Iron Gap

Iron Gap trail is a two-part trail. This trail guide is for the first leg of the trail. You will start at the end of County Road 175 where the trail will start by driving…
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Total Miles
5.1
Tech Rating
6 Moderate
Best Time
Summer, Spring, Winter, Fall
Learn more about Island Forty Road
Island Forty Road

Island Forty Road

The Island Forty Road, is a dirt based road that traverses into the Shelby Wildlife Management Area which is part of the greater Meeman-Shelby State Park. The road is mostly dirt with a few patches…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Jacobs Creek
Jacobs Creek

Jacobs Creek

This is a combination of gravel and dirt. It starts in the Jacobs Creek area and travels through the Cherokee National Forest from Tennessee into Virginia. There are a few camping locations along the way,…
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Total Miles
3.6
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Jennings Creek Road
Jennings Creek Road

Jennings Creek Road

Jennings Creek Road travels along the border of Cherokee National Forest between the Horse Creek Recreation Area and the Old Forge NF Campground. The campground has walk-in sites with a parking lot only 10 to…
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Total Miles
2.4
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Fall
Learn more about Jones Creek Road
Jones Creek Road

Jones Creek Road

Jones Creek Road takes you to to a primitive campsite and a paved boat ramp on Lake Kentucky. The trail is a gravel forestry road with some soft sand spots that can turn into mud…
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Total Miles
1.8
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall, Summer, Spring
Learn more about Kimsey MTN (Old 68 HWY)
Kimsey MTN (Old 68 HWY)

Kimsey MTN (Old 68 HWY)

Kimsey Mountain Trail on Old Highway 68 is one of the most underestimated trails around. Travel this in the winter and early spring and you will find out what I mean. Every turn greets you…
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Total Miles
14.2
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Winter
Learn more about Ladd Springs Road (221)
Ladd Springs Road (221)

Ladd Springs Road (221)

This short road is an easy drive that is primarily dirt with some paved areas. The road is passable by most vehicles with minimal obstacles to encounter. The end of the road connects with the…
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Total Miles
5.0
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Little Gassaway - Trail NF45
Little Gassaway - Trail NF45

Little Gassaway - Trail NF45

This is a reasonably well-maintained road that starts at Ocoee Number Three Dam. It is one of the main access trails for the Big Frog Wilderness Area Trails. You will gain almost 1000 feet of…
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Total Miles
2.7
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Learn more about Little Mountain
Little Mountain

Little Mountain

This is a relatively tame FS road that offers some camp spots, scenic views, and a peaceful drive through the mountains. Although the trail is mostly flat, you will encounter some potholes and small rocks…
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Total Miles
3.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Little Stoney Creek/Laurel Fork
Little Stoney Creek/Laurel Fork

Little Stoney Creek/Laurel Fork

A nice, simple trail connecting Watauga Lake and Dennis Cove Campground through the Cherokee National Forest. There are a few decent camping spots, no cellular service, and minimal traffic. However, it is single lane in…
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Total Miles
3.4
Tech Rating
2 Easy
Best Time
Fall
Learn more about Long Fork Waterfall
Long Fork Waterfall

Long Fork Waterfall

Woodard Road is not a technical route; it is an easy gravel road leading down to a shallow creek crossing that includes a waterfall. The creek is shallow but the rock bottom can be slick.…
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Total Miles
0.2
Tech Rating
1 Easy
Best Time
Spring, Summer, Fall
Learn more about Lost Creek & Clear Creek
Lost Creek & Clear Creek

Lost Creek & Clear Creek

This route provides a bit more challenge and adrenaline than the majority of the roads in Chuck Swan WMA, but still keeps it well within the capabilities of most stock and slightly modified 4x4s. Along…
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Total Miles
5.5
Tech Rating
3 Easy
Best Time
Summer, Fall
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